{"product_id":"antique-victorian-pearl-mourning-ring-circa-1896-copy-1","title":"Antique Silver Victorian Book Vinaigrette; Circa 1835","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"128\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA delightful late Georgian or early Victorian silver vinaigrette, beautifully designed in the form of a miniature book!\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eThis charming 19th century novelty has been wonderfully modelled, with a finely engraved front cover, lifelike page edges, and a ribbed spine, creating the convincing illusion of a tiny bound book. Adding to its personal history, the front has been engraved with the initials \"JEB\", suggesting it was once a treasured personal possession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eOpening the vinaigrette reveals a rich gilded, pierced floral grille, intricately worked to protect the small compartment beneath. This would originally have held a piece of cloth or sponge soaked in fragrant vinegar or perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eVinaigrettes were both practical and fashionable accessories during the Georgian and Victorian periods. Long before modern sanitation, the streets of towns and cities were filled with the smells of horses, industry, and open drains. Carrying a vinaigrette provided a discreet way to enjoy a pleasant fragrance while masking the less appealing odours of everyday life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eCombining fine silversmithing with ingenious novelty design, this miniature object perfectly captures the charm and craftsmanship of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1449\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA wonderful antique curiosity. Rich in history and beautifully preserved, this silver vinaigrette is a charming collector's piece and a fascinating glimpse into daily life in the early 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eERA: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarly Victorian \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIAL\/HALLMARK\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unhallmarked Silver with gilt inside \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.7 grams in total approximately \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 x 23mm approximately \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is overall in good antique condition with a patina of wear to the vinaigrette - the inside mechanism works well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note the antique ring box is for display only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Please feel free to take a look at all photographs for condition before committing to buy. We do not offer refunds so if in doubt drop us and email and wed be happy to help! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We ship worldwide on all orders \u0026amp; parcels are sent fully insured and well packed in our signature pink boxes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We accept all methods of payment, and orders will be shipped out within 1-3 business days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56978399461702,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/1DCD0434-F914-467F-9C72-354101563EC3.jpg?v=1784492129","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/antique-victorian-pearl-mourning-ring-circa-1896-copy-1","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}